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More photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (by Mario Maier), 6 (by Paolo Henrique Rodrigues) |
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More photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (by Mario Maier), 6 (by Paolo Henrique Rodrigues) |
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Family: Nymphalidae |  |
Description:
The Two-Tailed Pasha is the largest European butterfly,
with the fore-wing span of the female often measuring more than 4 inches. These
butterflies fly very fast. The males defend their territory and, like the Swallowtail, exhibit "hilltopping" behavior. They are
locally common in the Mediterranean region, and one of their distinguishing marks is the
two tails of the hind-wings. See
also anecdote about the Two-Tailed Pasha.
Flight period:
Two broods from April to September.
Larval host plants:
Arbutus.
Red List Germany: n.a.
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